Christmas cookouts bring a fun twist to holiday meals, especially when smoky flavors fill the air. These BBQ recipes are simple, festive, and full of cozy winter charm. Whether you’re grilling outside or using a smoker, these dishes add warmth and flavor to your holiday table.
1. Smoky Christmas BBQ Ribs
Ingredients
- 2 lb pork ribs
- 1 cup BBQ sauce
- ¼ cup honey
- 1 tbsp smoked paprika
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- Salt and pepper
Instructions
- Preheat grill to 250°F for slow smoking.
- Season ribs and place them over indirect heat.
- Smoke for 3 hours, brushing with a mix of BBQ sauce and honey in the last 30 minutes.
How to Serve It
Brush with more warm sauce and serve with roasted potatoes.
2. Holiday Maple-Glazed Chicken Thighs
Ingredients
- 6 chicken thighs
- ¼ cup maple syrup
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- Salt and pepper
Instructions
- Heat grill to 350°F.
- Mix glaze and brush onto chicken.
- Grill for 25–30 minutes, turning every 10 minutes.
- Brush again before serving.
3. Christmas BBQ Meatballs
Ingredients
- 20 meatballs
- 1 cup BBQ sauce
- ½ cup cranberry sauce
Instructions
- Mix BBQ and cranberry sauce.
- Grill meatballs over medium heat for 10 minutes, brushing with sauce as they cook.
4. Smoked Holiday Ham Slices
Ingredients
- 6 ham slices
- ¼ cup brown sugar
- 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
Instructions
- Heat grill to 300°F.
- Mix glaze and coat ham slices.
- Grill for 6–8 minutes per side until caramelized.
5. BBQ Stuffed Christmas Peppers
Ingredients
- 4 bell peppers
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 cup cooked rice
- 1 cup tomato sauce
Instructions
- Mix beef, rice, and sauce.
- Fill peppers and grill over medium heat for 20 minutes.
- Cover grill for more smoky flavor.
6. Santa’s Smoky Chicken Wings
Ingredients
- 2 lb wings
- 1 cup BBQ sauce
- 1 tbsp smoked paprika
- 1 tsp garlic powder
Instructions
- Heat grill to 375°F.
- Season wings and grill for 35 minutes, turning often.
- Brush with sauce in last 10 minutes.
7. Christmas BBQ Salmon
Ingredients
- 4 salmon fillets
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp maple syrup
- 1 tbsp balsamic vinegar
Instructions
- Heat grill to 400°F.
- Brush salmon with glaze.
- Grill for 6–8 minutes until cooked through.
8. Grilled Holiday Sausage Skewers
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Ingredients
- 4 sausages
- 1 red pepper
- 1 green pepper
- 1 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Slice and skewer sausage and peppers.
- Brush with oil and grill for 10–12 minutes.
9. BBQ Cranberry Turkey Breast
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Ingredients
- 1 lb turkey breast
- ½ cup cranberry sauce
- ¼ cup BBQ sauce
Instructions
- Heat grill to 350°F.
- Brush turkey with glaze.
- Grill for 20–25 minutes, turning halfway.
10. Christmas BBQ Burgers
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 tsp garlic
- 4 slices cheese
Instructions
- Form patties.
- Grill at 375°F for 5–6 minutes per side.
- Add cheese to melt.
11. Gingerbread-Glazed Pork Chops
Ingredients
- 4 pork chops
- 2 tbsp brown sugar
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- 1 tsp ginger
Instructions
- Heat grill to 350°F.
- Mix spices and sugar; rub onto pork.
- Grill for 12–14 minutes, flipping once.
12. BBQ Holiday Brussel Sprouts
Ingredients
- 3 cups Brussels sprouts
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp garlic powder
Instructions
- Toss sprouts with oil and seasoning.
- Grill in a pan at 375°F for 20 minutes.
13. Grilled Christmas Shrimp
Ingredients
- 1 lb shrimp
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
Instructions
- Toss shrimp with oil and paprika.
- Grill for 2–3 minutes per side.
14. BBQ Sweet Potato Rounds
Ingredients
- 2 large sweet potatoes
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp cinnamon
Instructions
- Slice potatoes and brush with oil.
- Grill at 350°F for 5 minutes per side.
15. Christmas Bacon-Wrapped Jalapeños
Ingredients
- 10 jalapeños
- ½ cup cream cheese
- 10 bacon strips
Instructions
- Fill jalapeños with cheese.
- Wrap with bacon.
- Grill at 375°F for 20 minutes.
16. Holiday BBQ Corn on the Cob
Ingredients
- 4 corn cobs
- 2 tbsp butter
- 1 tsp smoked salt
Instructions
- Brush corn with butter.
- Grill for 12–15 minutes, turning often.
17. Smoked Christmas Meatloaf
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef
- ½ cup breadcrumbs
- 1 egg
- ½ cup BBQ sauce
Instructions
- Form loaf.
- Smoke at 250°F for 2 hours.
- Brush with BBQ sauce in the last 20 minutes.
18. BBQ Pineapple Slices
Ingredients
- 1 pineapple, sliced
- 2 tbsp brown sugar
Instructions
- Brush slices with sugar.
- Grill at 400°F for 3–4 minutes per side.
19. Grilled Holiday Steak Bites
Ingredients
- 1 lb steak cubes
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp garlic powder
Instructions
- Toss steak cubes with oil and seasoning.
- Grill for 3–4 minutes per side.
20. Christmas BBQ Chicken Drumsticks
Ingredients
- 8 drumsticks
- 1 cup BBQ sauce
- 1 tsp paprika
Instructions
- Heat grill to 350°F.
- Grill for 35–40 minutes, brushing with sauce at the end.
21. BBQ Cinnamon Apple Packets
Ingredients
- 4 apples, sliced
- 2 tbsp brown sugar
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- 1 tbsp butter
Instructions
- Wrap apples, sugar, cinnamon, and butter in foil.
- Grill for 15 minutes over medium heat.
Conclusion
BBQ cooking brings a cozy, smoky touch to holiday meals, and these dishes make Christmas gatherings even more fun. Try your favorites, bookmark the list, or share it with anyone who loves outdoor cooking. Enjoy the warmth, the flavors, and the festive spirit around the grill this season.
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